Olympus SZ-30MR vs Olympus TG-4

Its time to look much closer at the Olympus SZ-30MR and Olympus TG-4, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are manufactured by Olympus. The resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the TG-4 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was brought out 5 years earlier than the TG-4 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SZ-30MR grades versus the TG-4 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-30MR and Olympus Tough TG-4. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery and Olympus TG-4 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-30MR enjoys outside dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Olympus TG-4 has proportions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SZ-30MR and Olympus TG-4 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the SZ-30MR compared to the TG-4.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-30MR and TG-4 is 89 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The photograph below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-30MR and TG-4.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos however you will want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The older SZ-30MR will be behind with regard to sensor technology.